And Then

And Then

There is beauty that comes with age

All things like wine, get better with time

We would look back on the years of youth

Longingly wished for what was

When all was green, untried, and expectant 

Yet the joy of living will process with time 

The eating comes pleasant when life ripens 

The fruit testifies, the flower exudes its aroma 

The bird in full flight looks down on us 

This form grows to show its true texture 

While it hardens, adjusts to all around

This moment live, will never be the same

Pleasantly allow yourself to shine

Next time you touch your skin, not as firm

Place your hands at your furrowed brow

Lift your feet that once walked amidst fields of flowers

On you, I'll pour my love as a rain show of showers

Time will embrace you in her arms to release

You will be evermore beautiful for her 

In pain, ails, feebleness and fragility, I'll always be here for you 

All show what is coming your way, our way, next